accidental violation
[ˌæksɪˈdɛntəl vaɪˈoʊleɪʃən]
nounpl: accidental violations
violação acidental
1. An unintentional breach or infringement of a rule, law, regulation, or agreement that occurs without deliberate intent or negligence
The athlete's accidental violation of the doping rules resulted in a suspension despite her good faith.
A violação acidental das regras antidoping da atleta resultou em uma suspensão apesar de sua boa fé.
2. In legal contexts, an unplanned or unintended transgression that may still carry consequences despite the lack of malicious intent
The company discovered an accidental violation of the environmental regulations during the audit.
A empresa descobriu uma violação acidental dos regulamentos ambientais durante a auditoria.
3. An inadvertent breaking of terms, conditions, or standards in contractual or regulatory matters
The tenant's accidental violation of the lease agreement regarding pet ownership was forgiven by the landlord.
A violação acidental do contrato de aluguel do inquilino sobre a posse de animais de estimação foi perdoada pelo proprietário.
In both Brazilian and American legal systems, the distinction between accidental and intentional violations is significant for determining penalties and liability. In Brazil, 'violação acidental' is often considered more leniently by courts, especially in labor and environmental law. In the USA, the concept is crucial in regulatory enforcement, where the difference can determine whether fines are imposed or simply corrective measures are required.
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